MYRModel Year Report

2001 Jaguar XJ8

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2001 Jaguar XJ8
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:04:45.533Z

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
13

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2001

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1998: 83 complaints 1998 1999: 11 complaints 1999 2001: 13 complaints 2001 13 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 54 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 4 complaints 2006
1998: 83 complaints 1998 1999: 11 complaints 1999 2001: 13 complaints 2001 13 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 54 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 4 complaints 2006
1998: 83 complaints 1998 1999: 11 complaints 1999 2001: 13 complaints 2001 13 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 54 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 4 complaints 2006

2001: 13 complaints

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YearComplaints
199883
199911
200113
20022
20033
200454
20056
20064

Known problem areas

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Structure

6 of 13 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members and roof and pillars.

Show complaint excerpts

The consumer has experienced the following: the rear defroster is inop, the ashtray cover is not closing, the subframe is defective- developed a crack a week after driving, and the new subfame has multiple welded areas.…

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-28

Also filed under Equipment and visibility

Equipment

2 of 13 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing labels.

Visibility

2 of 13 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing rear window and defroster/defogger/hvac system.

Service brakes

2 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 13 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

While driving 40-45 MPH vehicle started to smoke. A few minutes later vehicle caught on fire in the front end. *ak prior to the fire there was slight power loss, odor and white smoke coming from under the hood.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-05-14

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…

    Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2001 Jaguar XJ8 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Equipment: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Jaguar XJ8 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Jaguar XJ8?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Jaguar XJ8 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.